1992 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S (165 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 836 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz S | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
